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SR 58

Commend Mississippi Loggers Association "2024 National Champion Volunteer of the Year" Roy Holder.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Andy Berry and 8 co-sponsors

Mississippi legislature formally commends Roy Holder as Mississippi Loggers Association's 2024 National Champion Volunteer of the Year through ceremonial resolution.

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Bill Summary · SR 58

Legislative bill overview

Senate Resolution 58 is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes and commends Roy Holder for receiving the Mississippi Loggers Association's "2024 National Champion Volunteer of the Year" award. The resolution was introduced by five Mississippi state senators and adopted in March 2025.

Why is this important

Commemorative resolutions serve to officially acknowledge individual achievements and contributions to their communities and industries. While non-binding, they recognize excellence in volunteer service and can enhance public visibility for both the honoree and the logging industry in Mississippi.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited legislative substance – Commemorative resolutions do not create law or allocate resources; some view them as ceremonial uses of legislative time that could be spent on substantive policy
  • Industry-specific recognition – The focus on the logging industry may reflect regional economic interests, though this is standard practice for state legislatures
  • Selectivity of honorees – Questions may arise about selection criteria and whether other deserving volunteers receive similar recognition

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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